The Independent

The Memorial Day run in Loose Park features a 10K, 5K and 1.5 mile walk. Participants receive finisher medals and a free t-shirt. Funds raised support programs offered to individuals who have been affected by a brain injury. Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City; To provide ongoing brain injury advocacy, education and […]

Join Trent Green and other local celebrities on the golf course to support families at RMHC-KC. With shotgun starts at both 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., a day of food, prizes, and fun is in store for everyone! Afterward, join us on the pickleball courts for our 2nd Annual Julie Green Pickleball Tournament. Ronald McDonald […]

Get ready to “play it forward” while helping to transform the lives of children and families in our community. Golfers will enjoy a decadent day on the rolling links, complete with lavish food stations, custom cocktails, elite gifts, and creative competitions. KidsTLC; To transform the lives of children and families experiencing mental and behavioral health […]

Enjoy a delicious brunch while celebrating the impact of The Children's Place and a few of the many people who have made a special difference in the last year. The Children's Place; Where children and families heal from life's deepest hurts.

The tournament will feature drawings, a silent auction, games, prizes, and more! Sheffield Place: To empower homeless mothers and their children to heal from their trauma and become self-sufficient. 

Join us for the biggest day of our year - when 70+ kids receive the #Power2Play! Watch as they drive their adaptive cars for the first time, hear their stories, tour our Car Design Studio and learn what we have planned for the next generation of vehicles and assistive devices for them. Geeks For Kids; To […]

The Big Brothers Big Sisters Legacy Invitational is designed for community and business leaders as one of the premier client entertainment events in our area. Golfers can expect an incredible gift salon, a cigar emporium, challenge holes, on-course food and drink, a 19th hole reception, and more. Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City; To clear […]

New Day Breakfast attendees hear stories of strength and resilience and learn about the lifesaving work at Newhouse over a delicious hot breakfast. Start your day at this free, one-hour event feeling inspired and knowing you've helped give survivors of domestic violence at Newhouse a new day. Newhouse; Newhouse shatters the barriers that feed the […]

Enjoy a cocktail reception with open bar, multi-course plated dinner, live music and dancing, and the satisfaction from knowing you are supporting non-profit, local journalism that benefits our community! Special Guest: Ari Shapiro. KCUR 89.3: KCUR enriches communities in our region. We empower and connect people through journalism and entertainment that is freely accessible to […]

The 20th annual family-friendly festival features Dragon Boat Races, Chinese culture showcase and interactive activities, performances, entertainment, and free children’s activities. The Society for Friendship with China; The Society for Friendship with China was formed in 2004 as a 501(c)(3) organization for the purpose of officially conducting friendship activities, trade, tourism, educational exchanges, and for promoting […]

We will celebrate with live and silent auctions, dinner, drinks, and entertainment by Kansas City’s own RockShow! The Pet Resource Center of Kansas City; Our mission is to decrease pet homelessness, increase pet retention, and improve the quality of life for pets through education and supportive services for families in need.  

A debutante presentation of longstanding civic and cultural significance. A benefit for two of Kansas City's greatest assets, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Kansas City Symphony.

Join us for a lively Reception Par-Tee celebrating the inaugural JReid InDeed Golf Tournament! Enjoy delicious food, cocktails, and a fun mixer. Dress in cocktail attire and prepare for an evening of excitement and networking with fellow golf enthusiasts. JReid InDeed; Uplifting children and families in Kansas City through technology, athletics, and nutrition. Our mission is to empower underrepresented children […]

Stems: A Garden Soirée is the garden party of the summer and the premier networking event in Johnson County! Guests enjoy a beautiful summer evening sipping wine, tasting foods from top local restaurants, and enjoying live music, entertainment, and a fireworks display to finish the night. The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park; To […]

A thrilling team building experience where teams of six compete in track and field style competitions all while rolling in an office chair! This is a one of a kind event in Kansas City and it's growing every year! It's corporate team building for a cause. FosterAdopt Connect; To provide foster and adoptive children a […]

Join in the fun at the ranch! Ticket includes lunch and all the western-themed attractions, including a petting farm with goats, corn cannon, wagon ride, zipline, bounce house, giveaways, and more. Jackson County CASA; To be a child's voice in court. We advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, knowing every child deserves […]